Director, Cost Engineering

MGA Entertainment

Director of Cost Engineering leading cost activities for MGA’s US product portfolio. Overseeing cost accuracy, optimization, and vendor strategy for toy development.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all cost engineering activities for US-based product development across brands and categories.
Own cost models, BOM validation, and cost tracking from concept through production.
Ensure alignment between cost targets, product design, and commercial objectives.
Identify and drive cost-saving opportunities across design, materials, packaging, and manufacturing.
Partner with Product Development and Design teams to embed cost discipline early in the development lifecycle.
Balance cost reduction with quality, functionality, and brand standards.
Support vendor strategy across the US portfolio, including onboarding and development of new manufacturing partners.
Partner with Sourcing and Supply Chain to evaluate vendor capabilities, cost structures, and scalability.
Drive vendor performance improvement initiatives to unlock cost efficiencies and operational reliability.
Ensure cost assumptions are accurate, transparent, and aligned across functions.
Support decision-making through clear cost analysis, scenario modeling, and trade-off evaluations.
Lead cost engineering for priority and non-standard initiatives (e.g., Bratz Beauty and new category expansions).
Support rapid development cycles while maintaining cost rigor and visibility.
Standardize cost engineering methodologies, tools, and reporting across US teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need

10–15 years of experience in cost engineering, product costing, or value engineering within consumer products or toys.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and cost drivers in toy production.
Proven experience building and validating cost models (BOMs, tooling, packaging, labor, etc.)
Experience working closely with vendors and manufacturing partners.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple product pipelines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with global manufacturing and supplier ecosystems.
Background across multiple product categories (hardlines, softlines, electronics, etc.).
Experience supporting new product categories or innovation-driven initiatives.
Familiarity with ERP/PLM systems and cost tracking tools.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Lead all cost engineering activities for US-based product development across brands and categories.
Own cost models, BOM validation, and cost tracking from concept through production.
Ensure alignment between cost targets, product design, and commercial objectives.
Identify and drive cost-saving opportunities across design, materials, packaging, and manufacturing.
Partner with Product Development and Design teams to embed cost discipline early in the development lifecycle.
Balance cost reduction with quality, functionality, and brand standards.
Support vendor strategy across the US portfolio, including onboarding and development of new manufacturing partners.
Partner with Sourcing and Supply Chain to evaluate vendor capabilities, cost structures, and scalability.
Drive vendor performance improvement initiatives to unlock cost efficiencies and operational reliability.
Ensure cost assumptions are accurate, transparent, and aligned across functions.
Support decision-making through clear cost analysis, scenario modeling, and trade-off evaluations.
Lead cost engineering for priority and non-standard initiatives (e.g., Bratz Beauty and new category expansions).
Support rapid development cycles while maintaining cost rigor and visibility.
Standardize cost engineering methodologies, tools, and reporting across US teams. 🎯 Requirements
10–15 years of experience in cost engineering, product costing, or value engineering within consumer products or toys.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and cost drivers in toy production.
Proven experience building and validating cost models (BOMs, tooling, packaging, labor, etc.)
Experience working closely with vendors and manufacturing partners.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple product pipelines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with global manufacturing and supplier ecosystems.
Background across multiple product categories (hardlines, softlines, electronics, etc.).
Experience supporting new product categories or innovation-driven initiatives.
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Hard Skills & Tools

cost engineeringproduct costingvalue engineeringcost modelsBOM validationcost trackingmanufacturing processesanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillsscenario modeling

Soft Skills

attention to detailability to manage multiple product pipelinescommunication skillscollaborationleadershiporganizational skillscost disciplinevendor managementperformance improvementdecision-making